He will hit the rink for the upcoming series of Dancing On Ice early next year.
And Joey Essex appears to have grown closer to his professional skating partner Vanessa Bauer as the pair were photographed spending time together on Sunday.
The former TOWIE star, 32, took the beauty for a spin in his new convertible Bentley, which retails for around £200,000 – following rumors the pair have become closer.
Closing: Joey Essex shared a laugh with his Dancing On Ice partner Vanessa Bauer on Sunday as the couple snapped
Joey wore navy blue shell pants with a matching t-shirt while wearing a green bomber jacket over it.
Pairing the look with Nike Panda Low Dunk Trianers, Joey laughed as he pushed a small suitcase and walked alongside Vanessa.
The pro skater kept her look casual yet stylish in a pair of fitted leggings with chunky heeled boots.
New whip: He took the beauty for a spin in his new convertible Bentley, which retails for around £200,000
Style: Joey wore navy blue shell pants with a matching t-shirt
Cocky: Joey paired the look with Nike Panda Low Dunk Trianers and laughed as he pushed a small suitcase and walked alongside Vanessa
She added a cropped printed jacket to the look and slung a large tote bag over her shoulder.
Vanessa’s raven locks were pulled back from her face in a low ponytail as the beauty appeared natural for the outing.
The couple walked through a high-level parking lot as they strolled over to Joey’s lustrous green car, which features a soft-top roof and black leather interior.
Comfort: The pro skater kept her look casual yet stylish in a pair of fitted leggings with chunky heeled boots
Luggage loaded: She added a cropped printed jacket to the look and slung a large tote bag over her shoulder
Natural Beauty: Vanessa’s raven locks were pulled back from her face in a low ponytail as the beauty appeared natural for the outing
Joey, baseball cap in hand, loaded their luggage into his compact trunk as they prepared to leave.
Joey’s new whip is from luxury manufacturer and designer Bentley and is estimated at around £200,000.
He previously drove a £170,000 white Lamborghini Huracan with a personalized ESSEX number plate – but is said to have gotten rid of the supercar in 2019.
On the way: The couple were snapped in a high-altitude parking lot when they pulled up to Joey’s shiny green car, which features a soft-top roof and black leather interior
Packing up: Baseball cap in hand, Joey loaded their luggage into his compact trunk as they prepared to leave
Difficult? He dragged the small suitcase with him before packing it into the vehicle
Vanessa and Joey’s appearance comes after reports that the two have been flirting throughout their time together.
A source told The Sun: “Joey and Vanessa became close incredibly quickly.
“For now, they’ve managed to keep everything professional, but it’s safe to say they’re both super flirtatious.
“They’ll be spending a lot of time together over the next few months because of rehearsals, so it’s easy to see how romance could blossom.
“Joey is hoping to take her over to Essex for a night out with his buddies and drinks at his place.”
Web has reached out to representatives from Joey for comment.
Luxe: The convertible features all black alloys and a soft top roof
Not too shabby: Joey’s new whip is from luxury manufacturer and designer Bentley and is estimated at around £200,000
Windy: They had the roof down on takeoff when Vanessa slid down the seat while maintaining a low profile
Step up: He previously drove a white £170,000 Lamborghini Huracan with a personalized ESSEX number plate – but is said to have gotten rid of the supercar in 2019
But the rumor mill is flowing after the TOWIE star was snapped with model and former Love Island star Maura Higgings during last month’s National Television Awards.
Maura was seen leaning in for a passionate kiss with the TV star as they put on an amorous display at the glitzy event.
Maura and Joey looked very relaxed in each other’s company as they chatted in the lobby area.
And it seemed the two couldn’t keep their distance as they shared a cab before heading out with other friends.
Closing: Vanessa and Joey’s appearance comes after reports that the pair have been flirting throughout their time together
Rumours: A source told The Sun: ‘Joey and Vanessa became close incredibly quickly’
Continuing, “For now they’ve managed to keep everything professional, but it’s safe to say they’re both super flirty.”
Keeping busy: The couple spent a lot of time together while rehearsing Dancing On Ice
He will appear in the upcoming series of Dancing On Ice alongside a host of famous faces including Ekin-Su Culculoglu and Patsy Palmer
DANCING ON ICE 2023: MEET THE PARTICIPANTS
PATSY PALMER
AGE: 50
PROFESSION: Actress and DJ
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I’ve turned down before because I was scared, but when I turned 50 I made a pact to get out of my confrontational zone. ‘
EKIN SU CULCULOGLU
AGE: 28
PROFESSION: Love Island star
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I have amazing news for you. I’m so excited I can’t wait to get on the ice and skate. Stay tuned and see you on the ice.’
MOLLIE GALLAGHER
AGE: 24
PROFESSION: Actress
WHAT DID YOU SAID?: “I don’t have the best coordination, so people laugh when they find out, but I don’t want to spend my life saying, ‘I can’t do this, I can’t do this. “
Joey Essex
AGE: 32
PROFESSION: Ex-TOWIE star
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I’m so excited. I wanted something structured in my life that was more serious than what I usually do.’
CARLEY STENSON
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Actress and West End star
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I’m so excited to be able to learn how to dance on ice! I’m scared but can’t wait – I just want to make the most of this whole experience.”
SIVA KANESWARAN
AGE: 33
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I want to learn to skate and make my family proud of me and put on a show for all to see.”
JOHANNES FASHANU
AGE: 60
PROFESSION: Former soccer player and expert
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I’m definitely going to win it. And that might be one of the scariest things I’ve ever signed up for, but I couldn’t be more up for the challenge!”
NILE WILSON
AGE: 26
PROFESSION: Olympic gymnast
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I haven’t skated much but I’m so excited for the opportunity. I’m so excited to get into this routine and feel like an athlete again.
JAMES LEE WILLIAM AKA THE VIVIENNE
AGE: 29
PROFESSION: Drag queen
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “To be the first drag artist to compete in one of the UK’s major reality competition shows is an honor and a huge step forward for queer representation on television.”
DARREN HARRIOT
PROFESSION: Comedian
AGE: 34
WHAT DID YOU SAID?: “I have huge feet, I can’t skate and I can’t dance. My family has already made bets – they’re making bets that I’ll fall in the first episode!”
MICHELLE HEATON
AGE: 43
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID YOU SAY?: “I’ve always wanted to do it but I know the way I was 18 months ago I would never have been able to complete anything so I’m really very grateful ‘that I got it this year when I’m much stronger.’